Bidspirit auction | A C.1561 ETCHED MAP OF

A C.1561 ETCHED MAP OF ANCIENT ROME, ANTIQUAE URBIS ROMAE IMAGO, PIRRO LIGORIO (1512-1583) - A finely etched map of Ancient Rome designed by the famed and important Renaissance Italian artist Pirro Ligorio (1512-1583). Pirro Ligorio, born around 1512 in Naples, Italy, was a multifaceted and distinguished figure of the Renaissance era. An architect, antiquarian, archaeologist, and garden designer, Ligorio's legacy is imbued in many famous structures, including the Casino of Pius IV, the fountains of the Villa d'Este, and parts of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican Ligorio's contribution to cartography is perhaps less well known but no less significant. Ligorio possessed an extraordinary passion for the ancient world, which led him to study and meticulously document the ruins of Rome. His detailed maps and plans of Ancient Rome, compiled with great dedication and scholarly rigor, provided a robust foundation for understanding the city's topography and architecture. His masterful drawings reflected a mix of accuracy and artistic flair that made them invaluable to subsequent generations of cartographers. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not ship in-house. A list of recommended shippers will be provided. Dimensions: 18 3/4 x 23 in., (47.5 x 23 cm.) Condition: Very good condition with no significant signs of wear or damage.